1970s Jean Muir Black Jersey Maxi Dress with Ribbon Work

This true vintage Jean Muir black jersey maxi dress was designed during her 1970s heyday. Made in England, it features a generously cut, loose body and full-flowing skirt that falls to the floor. The elegant heavy jersey fabric is cleverly cut to skim the curves of the body in the most flattering manner. The skirt has a drop waistband, below which it is softly pleated and gives way to sweeping, floor length hemline. The neckline is cut to a gentle V-shape and trimmed with a ruffle satin ribbon in black. It is finished with a large ruffled collar, also trimmed with black ribbon. The collar parts at the back of the neck whilst the long-sleeves have a dramatic bell-cut design with gathered buttoned cuffs. The dress is unlined and fastens at the back with a hidden tonal black zip and hook-and-eye clasp.

In truly excellent vintage condition with no flaws of any note. It is made from 100% Viscose with 100% rayon trim. Labelled a UK 14 but vintage sizes vary hugely so please check our measurements below. The fabric has some stretch so please allow a small degree of flexibility. Our model's sizes are: Bust: 33" (84cm), Waist 26" (66cm), Hips: 34" (86cm) 5' 7" (170cm) and she's a size UK 6, US 2. We estimate this will fit up to a UK 10-12 or US 6-8.

MEASUREMENTS

BUST - 36 in. (91 cm)

WAIST - 33 in. (84 cm)

HIP - 40 in. (102 cm)

LENGTH - 60 in. (152 cm)